{"id":2710,"date":"2020-03-06T15:05:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-06T20:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/articles.carcostcanada.com\/?p=2710"},"modified":"2025-03-07T09:26:23","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T14:26:23","slug":"porsche-unveils-most-potent-quickest-911-turbo-s-ever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/articles.carcostcanada.com\/porsche-unveils-most-potent-quickest-911-turbo-s-ever\/","title":{"rendered":"Porsche unveils most potent, quickest 911 Turbo S ever"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The new 911 Turbo S looks even more muscular than the outgoing model, and backs that muscle up with 61 more hp and 37 more lb-ft of torque.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Despite the Geneva Motor Show getting cancelled due to the outbreak of COVID-19, automakers are making their major reveals online, so therefore Porsche has anted up with the most exciting variation on entirely new 992 theme yet. <\/span><\/p>\n

The new 911 Turbo S was just introduced via the internet with a surprising 61-horsepower increase over its much-revered 580-hp predecessor, which means that it now produces a shocking 641-horsepower from an identically sized 3.8-litre six-cylinder enhanced by two VTG (variable turbine geometry) turbos. The horizontally opposed engine also develops another 37 lb-ft of torque for a grand total of 590, so be happy that it comes standard with Porsche Traction Management (PTM) all-wheel drive, which incidentally has the ability to transfer up to 369 pound-feet of twist to the front wheels when necessary. <\/span><\/p>\n

The Turbo S\u2019 3.8-litre turbocharged six-cylinder mill, which is based on the latest 911 Carrera<\/a> engine, has been totally redesigned. The update includes a new charge air-cooling system as well as new, bigger VTG turbochargers laid out in a symmetrical design that features electrically adjustable waste-gate flaps, while piezo injectors significantly improve \u201cresponsiveness, power, torque, emissions, and revving ability,\u201d said Porsche in a press release. <\/span><\/p>\n

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The 911 Turbo S Cabriolet is only slightly slower to 100km\/h than the Coupe, yet matches the mighty GT2 RS.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

An upgraded \u201cTurbo-specific\u201d eight-speed dual-clutch PDK automated transmission comes standard, which allows for a blisteringly fast sprint from zero to 100 km\/h of only 2.7 seconds, which shaves 0.2 seconds from its predecessor\u2019s zero-to-100 time, while naught to 200 km\/h rips past in just 8.9 seconds, this new model a full second quicker than the old Turbo S<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

Possibly even more impressive, the new 911 Turbo S is a tenth of a second quicker from zero to 100 km\/h than the outgoing GT2 RS<\/a>, that model a 700-horsepower racetrack dominator. Take note, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet buyers will lose a tenth of a second in the opposite direction, but this still makes the convertible as fast as a GT2 RS, so it certainly won\u2019t cause its owner embarrassment. Without doubt the drop-top will be ideal for hearing the new sport exhaust system too, which incorporates adjustable flaps that promise the kind of distinctive soundtrack only a Porsche flat-six can provide. <\/span><\/p>\n

An Imperial performance spec worth noting is the Turbo S\u2019 10.5-second drag strip dash down the quarter mile, which is impressive to say the least, while owners fortunate enough to drive their cars on Europe\u2019s speed limitless Autobahns will feasibly be able to max out at 330 km\/h (205 mph) in either Coupe or Cabriolet body style, albeit with the cloth top upright in the latter model. <\/span><\/p>\n

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The new Turbo S is wider than its predecessor, which should result in even more high-speed stability through curves.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Keeping such speeds in check are standard carbon-ceramic brakes featuring 10-piston front calipers, while control is further improved upon with a larger rear wing that, together with the pneumatically extendable front spoiler, provides 15 percent greater downforce than the outgoing Turbo S<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

The new Turbo S is also wider than the outgoing model<\/a> by 45 mm above the front axle, measuring 1,840 mm across, and 20 mm over the rear axle, which spans 1,900 mm across. This should improve stability, while Porsche has also modified its active suspension management system\u2019s (PASM) software and hardware setup, dropping it down by 10 mm (0.4 in) plus providing \u201cfaster and more precisely controlled dampers\u201d to improve \u201croll stability, road holding, steering behaviour and cornering speeds.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n

The various functional vents added to the Turbo S\u2019 front grille, rear fenders and back bumper are more about engine and brake cooling, mind you, not to mention styling aggression, while the rear design is enhanced further with a pair of uniquely rectangular exhaust tips that stick outward from the black centre diffuser, while the Turbo S is made to look even better thanks to a set of staggered 20-inch front and 21-inch rear lightweight alloy rims encircled by 255\/35 and 315\/30 Pirelli performance rubber respectively. <\/span><\/p>\n

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The Turbo S interior uses nicer standard materials than lesser models.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The new Turbo S\u2019 cabin is as comfortable as any other 911<\/a> and even more premium due to a full leather interior with carbon trim and Light Silver details, as well as a GT sport steering wheel, a big 10.9-inch centre touchscreen, a new Porsche Track Precision app within that centre display that comes as part of the Sport Chrono package, Bose surround-sound audio, and 18-way power-adjustable sport seats. <\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll be able to order an all-new 2021 911 Turbo S next month, with deliveries starting later this year. Pricing will start at $231,700 plus freight and fees for the Coupe and $246,300 for the Cabriolet. <\/span><\/p>\n

And now, for your viewing pleasure, enjoy the following Porsche supplied videos:<\/span><\/p>\n

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The new Porsche 911 Turbo S: The peak of driving emotion (2:28):
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